Best Wales Golf Podcasts (2024)

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S2 Ep566: Euro 24 - RNIB Community Connect - Episode 1 13:02

21m ago13:02

13:02

As preparations get underway for the kick off to Euro 24, members of RNIB's peer support groups got together to discuss the build up to the tournament and their all important predictions for the eventual winners. If you'd like more information on any of the support groups offered by RNIB, contact the helpline on 0303 123 9999. Image: Euro 2024 Logo…

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S2 Ep567: Football Fan's Accessible Scottish Stadium Challenge 10:14

4h ago10:14

10:14

Football Fan Jonathon Attenborough and his guide dog Sam are undertaking a football challenge that will take in all the SPFL stadiums in Scotland. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jonathon to find out what he loves about the game and how accessible the stadiums that he's visited so far, really are. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB's See Dif…

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247 - Pinehurst: A Guide By Idiots 44:09

8h ago44:09

44:09

Sam & Tom dig into the history of Pinehurst and the events that have shaped this resort from its origins as a 'health retreat for those of modest means' to a bucket list destination with 10 courses, and where this week The US Open will take place. If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! You can follow …

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S2 Ep565: Fun Football Taster Sessions 4:45

1h ago4:45

4:45

Sight Loss charity British Blind Sport, are supporting McDonald’s Fun Football to deliver free football sessions to UK-based blind and partially sighted children who are aged five to 11. Barry Snell caught up with British Blind Sport's Head of Sport and Development, Ian Isham, to find out more. {Image shows a bold pink 5-lane running track, white l…

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S2 Ep564: Play For Fun Or Play Competitively, Blind Golf Is Growing In Popularity 11:15

7h ago11:15

11:15

The game of blind golf is growing around the world and there are many charities that will help you to play for fun, or even play in national and international competitions. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jim Gales and Glen Babcock to find out more about the game and how to start. If you'd like to find out more, go to www.scottishdgc.or…

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246 - Robert MacIntyre 34:00

1d ago34:00

34:00

Winner of the RBC Canadian Open chats with Sam on a high from his victory last Sunday, now back in Oban. If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / WebsiteBy Cookie Jar Golf

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WHS update: Why your club must not ban general play scores + how are the big changes settling in? 55:46

2d ago55:46

55:46

James Luke, England Golf’s head of handicapping, is back to update us on how the big changes to the World Handicap System have been settling in. But he’s also got a couple of important messages to impart – around general play scores and a new policy that could open the way for more clubs to get tee sets rated. If you’ve got any interests in WHS, yo…

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245 - Course Diaries: Golf De Fontainebleau 51:49

4d ago51:49

51:49

Sam and Tom recap their magical day spent south of Paris at the enchanting Fontainebleau. The club is situated on a sprawling hunting estate which is home to one of the biggest palaces in all of France, and pre-dates Versailles by over 500 years. Originally founded in 1909 and laid out by Julian Chantepie, Tom Simpson reworked the course in 1920 an…

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S2 Ep510: Summer 'Have A Go Days' From British Blind Sport 5:16

5d ago5:16

5:16

If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at a new sport then ‘Have a Go Days’ from British Blind Sport are a great way to give something new a try. There are events across the UK this summer, as Hywel Davies has been finding out. For more information on upcoming 'Have a Go Days' visit the BBS website - 'Have a Go' Days | British Blind Sport…

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Should clubs BAN players with too many general play scores from competitions? 1:00:36

13d ago1:00:36

1:00:36

We’ll bet this chat is going on right now somewhere in your clubhouse. How can you make golf as accessible as possible but feel confident you’re protecting the integrity of competitions? This is a question England Golf have grappled with, and we get stuck into it on this week’s episode of The NCG Podcast. Steve Carroll is joined by James Crampton, …

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Ep. 88 - Brian Kendall - CanadianGolfTraveller.com 56:08

9d ago56:08

56:08

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Travel Royally podcast, where we bring you the best in luxury travel and unforgettable experiences! This week, we’re thrilled to have Brian Kendall, the esteemed editor and founder of the popular website Canadiangolftraveller.com, as our special guest. Join us as we dive into Brian’s vast knowledge and pas…

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244 - Sophie Walker - Eclectic 18 29:59

14d ago29:59

29:59

Following on from the podcast, Sophie surprised us with her eclectic 18, which we thought we’d throw out as a bonus pod. I hope you enjoy If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Website…

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What DO scratch golfers do that you DON’T? 51:32

16d ago51:32

51:32

What is it that sets the best club golfers apart? Why do they make fewer mistakes on the course? What are the habits that help them play consistent golf? This week’s episode of The NCG Golf Podcast reveals all. We’ve got the latest data from Shot Scope. Tom Irwin, who loves to remind us he is a scratch golfer, and Steve Carroll, who couldn’t get ne…

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243 - Sophie Walker 1:16:40

22d ago1:16:40

1:16:40

Podding live form Stockport Golf Club, Sam sits down with Sophie Walker to talk her about her career in the game of golf, broadcasting and her reflections on the game mre broadly. Had a lot of fun hanging out with Sophie, who really does just adore the game! Tune in Friday for a special bonus Eclectic 18 Episode. If you've enjoyed this episode, ple…

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S2 Ep509: Join The First Goalball Club In North Wales 6:20

19d ago6:20

6:20

Training sessions are underway in North Wales for the area’s first Goalball side. Hywel Davies has been hearing how preparations have been going and how you can get involved, both on and off the court. For more information, and to register your interest, please contact Kathryn Fielding: Tel: 07795 263642 or Email: Kathryn.Fielding@goalballuk.com Im…

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S2 Ep508: Meet Unbound Dance Theatre 9:03

23d ago9:03

9:03

Dance can be a great way to not only move your body, but also socialise, and express yourself. And it’s even greater when it’s inclusive. Joining our Paulina Kuchorew to chat about Unbound Dance Theatre, a new inclusive dance company, is their artistic director Sandrine Monin and one of their VI performers and board members Helen Davies. For more i…

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How bad has the winter been for our courses – and what’s the impact? 1:12:37

24d ago1:12:37

1:12:37

Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll are joined this week by special guest Jim Croxton, chief executive of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association. We look at how golf has navigated an extreme winter, what the impact on our courses has been, and whether we can expect any lingering effects as the year continues. On Mental Health Awareness…

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242 - PGA Championship Preview 44:26

25d ago44:26

44:26

Tom & Sam sit down in the office to chat through the upcoming PGA Championship in Valhalla. Tom talks about the 'ick' he gets from Michael Block, and we discuss whether or not there's a better 'fourth major' to be had. Today we'll also be releasing our film from Borth & Ynyslas, and the FootJoy 'Todd Snyder' collab shoes will also be going on sale.…

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S2 Ep507: Gareth's Goalball Pathway 4:41

27d ago4:41

4:41

Goalball UK’s Performance Pathway Programme is benefitting players across the country, both on and off the court. Hywel Davies caught up with one of the pathway’s newest members to talk goalball, fundraising and marathon running.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep506: Hamilton Judo Club Inclusion 7:58

27d ago7:58

7:58

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week and this year’s theme is movement, from small simple things like dancing around your kitchen or going out for a walk to doing martial arts and doing a tandem ride. Today, our Paulina hears about an inclusive judo club in Scotland with John Kane from Hamilton Judo Club Inclusion. Follow the club here. Image shows Ha…

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S2 Ep505: Chatting Judo With 13-Year-Old Daniel Fiddes 7:32

27d ago7:32

7:32

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week and this year’s theme is movement, from small simple things like dancing around your kitchen or going out for a walk to doing martial arts and doing a tandem ride. Today, our Paulina chats with one young man about his love of judo and how he fell in love with the sport. Follow Hamilton Judo club on Facebook here. I…

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Breaking down the best courses in Wales! 1:17:50

1M ago1:17:50

1:17:50

We’re back. After a week to recharge and put our feet up, The NCG Golf Podcast returns for its third season. And what a start we’ve got for you. The sun is finally shining, we’re thinking about getting on our summer golf trips, and we’re about to unveil our best golf courses in Wales list! To set the scene for our new Top 40, which you can find at …

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241 - Course Diaries: Royal St. David’s w/ Richard Fisher 47:48

30d ago47:48

47:48

Sam meets with Richard Fisher - club archivist and author of the St David’s history book - to discuss the history of the club, the area and its members. As a professional historian, it should come as no surprise that Richard is a cracking guest and talks brilliantly about the subject! Don’t forget to head to YouTube to see the latest films from our…

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240 - The Lytham Trophy and the Guy Bigwood Salver 1:07:47

1M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Bruce, Sam & Tom discuss the major news of the weekend Sam following the Lytham trophy on the final day - coupled with some big news coming out of Blackwell! If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Website…

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239 - Wales Tour Pod (pt II) 1:06:06

1M ago1:06:06

1:06:06

Sam & Tom discuss the second half of their recent trip to Wales. The trip covers Welshpool, Royal St. David, Borth & Ynyslas, Aberdovey, Tenby and Pennard in a whirlwind 4 days! This is part 2, so if you haven't listened to part 1 from Tuesday, go back and check it out before diving into part 2! If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rev…

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S2 Ep476: VI Cricket 2024 Season Preview – Hemel Hempstead 6:02

1M ago6:02

6:02

To close our preview series for this year’s season, we take a look at new cricket clubs that hope to join in the fun. Here, Hubert speaks to the coach of the new Hemel Hempstead Cricket Club Richard Grayson.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep477: Try Goalball In South Wales 6:38

1M ago6:38

6:38

The sport of Goalball is played across the world, and you can try your hand at the game in South Wales later this month. Hywel Davies as been catching up with the team at South Wales Goalball Club. You can find more information on the South Wales Goalball website: Clwb Pêl-Gôl De Cymru | South Wales Goalball Club (google.com)…

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Ep. 87 - Scott Dickson - Whisky Caddie 1:01:21

2M ago1:01:21

1:01:21

Welcome to the Travel Royally Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Scott Dickson, the owner of Whisky Caddie, a company that offers bespoke whisky tasting experiences across the enchanting landscapes of Scotland. Join us as we embark on a journey through Scotland's rich whisky heritage, exploring its distilleries, tasting its finest blends, a…

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238 - Wales Tour Pod (pt I) 49:37

2M ago49:37

49:37

Sam & Tom discuss the first half of their recent trip to Wales. The trip covers Welshpool, Royal St. David, Borth & Ynyslas, Aberdovey, Tenby and Pennard in a whirlwind 4 days! This is part 1, so stay tuned for part 2 dropping on Friday. If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! You can follow us along b…

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S2 Ep475: Accessible Stadia VI Celtic Fan Jerry McColgan 3:27

2M ago3:27

3:27

What’s it like being a VI match-going football fan? Our David Hogg spoke to Jerry McColgan, a life-long Celtic supporter to find out…By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep472: VI Cricket 2024 Season Preview – Somerset 5:36

2M ago5:36

5:36

The penultimate piece in our VI Cricket 2024 season preview series, as Hubert speaks to Somerset Cricket Club.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep474: Accessible Stadia Celtic FC Disability Access Officer 4:03

2M ago4:03

4:03

RNIB’s Accessible Stadia Guide aims to make blind or partially sighted match-going fans have as stress free a time as possible supporting their team. David Hogg spoke to Alexis Dobbin from Celtic to find out what’s on offer at Parkhead.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Ep. 86 - Allan Patterson - Turnberry GC 55:04

2M ago55:04

55:04

Welcome to the Travel Royally Podcast, where we explore the world's most luxurious destinations and experiences fit for royalty. In each episode, we invite esteemed guests to share their expertise and insider insights into the pinnacle of luxury travel. Join us on this episode as we sit down with Allan Patterson, the Director of Golf Courses and Es…

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England Golf chief executive Jeremy Tomlinson joins us! 1:54:40

2M ago1:54:40

1:54:40

Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll are joined by special guest Jeremy Tomlinson, England Golf's chief executive. We discuss in detail the governing body’s 'Respect in Golf' campaign – a movement which aims to promote greater understanding and embrace equality, diversity, and inclusion in the sport. Jeremy also talks about the World Handicap System, member…

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S2 Ep471: VI Cricket 2024 Season Preview – Northamptonshire 7:41

2M ago7:41

7:41

Time for another preview for the 2024 season of VI Cricket, this time Hubert chats to Northamptonshire who have been promoted back to division 1.By RNIB Connect Radio

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237 - Jack Sallis 1:15:49

2M ago1:15:49

1:15:49

Sam sits down with Jack Sallis from @halcyongolftravel to hear about his golfing journey from elite amateur competition to tour operating and more! For more on Halcyon: https://halcyongolftravel.com/ If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebo…

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S2 Ep470: Yahya Pandor Runs Manchester Marathon 4:17

2M ago4:17

4:17

Yahya Pandor, an RNIB See Sport Differently Ambassador recently completed the Manchester Marathon becoming the first person with sight loss to complete a marathon without being tethered to their guide. He spoke with our David Hogg.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep470: Mark Rogerson Runs Six Marathons for RNIB 9:25

2M ago9:25

9:25

Mark Rogerson has done something no European with sight loss has done before, he’s run all six of the world’s major marathons and raised 25 thousand pounds for RNIB. Following his final marathon in Boston, he spoke to our David Hogg.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep463: World Triathlon Para Series Swansea – Tom Hodgkinson 4:46

2M ago4:46

4:46

The World Triathlon Para Series makes its way back to the UK this summer. Hywel Davies spoke to the Head of Paratriathlon at British Triathlon ahead of the event.By RNIB Connect Radio

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Ultimate Masters Review (and Gnomes) 1:14:45

2M ago1:14:45

1:14:45

Live from Augusta Steve and Tom discuss Steve’s debut at Augusta. The boys cover a lot of ground and spend far too much time talking Gnomes. Find out about what it is like to be an Augusta first time, just how long that q is for merch, and yes of course how hilly it REALLY is. They also get stuck into the Scheffler era, the value of yet another Tig…

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S2 Ep462: VI Cricket 2024 Season Preview – Metro Cricket 7:06

2M ago7:06

7:06

More from our VI Cricket Preview series as Hubert talks to Andy and Rory from Metro Cricket.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep461: VI Cricket 2024 season preview – Lancashire Lions 8:37

2M ago8:37

8:37

Next in our Vi Cricket 2024 season preview series, as Hubert shines the spotlight on Lancashire Lions, and talks to players about last season’s achievements, and asks about hopes for the next season.By RNIB Connect Radio

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S2 Ep460: VI Running Challenge At The Great Bristol Run 7:29

2M ago7:29

7:29

The Great Bristol Run returns in May. Hywel Davies has been hearing about a special challenge for VI runners taking place at this year’s event. You can sign up for the event and find more information here - Bristol VI Runners Challenge - Great RunBy RNIB Connect Radio

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236 - Masters 2024 Recap 54:05

2M ago54:05

54:05

Tom, Sam and Bruce sit down for a not-so-short recap of this season's first Major. They discuss Scheffler's dominance, Aberg's impressive debut, and why Tiger continues to captivate us, as well as some of their favourite faux pas from the week. If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! You can follow us …

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S2 Ep459: Get Involved in VI Cricket Day 4:47

2M ago4:47

4:47

RNIB Scotland, Cricket Scotland and Scottish Disability Sport have teamed up to organise an adaptive and inclusive cricket event for blind and partially sighted people in Scotland of all ages. The event is due to take place at Glasgow's Bellahouston Park on Saturday 27th of April and will have both visually impaired and sighted players learning to …

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S2 Ep458: Making Tynecastle Park Accessible to Blind Fans 6:36

2M ago6:36

6:36

Barry Snell learns about the facilities Heart of Midlothian FC provide for their blind and partially sighted football fans. He is talking to Hearts disability access officer Keith Ferguson. Click to learn more about accessibility within Tynecastle Park Image: RNIB Connect radio logo in black type face. There is a pink line separating the words RNIB…

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S2 Ep457: England and Wales Blind Golf are looking for more members 11:41

2M ago11:41

11:41

Take a swing at golf with England and Wales Blind Golf. They’re on the lookout for new members, collaborators, and guides to help more blind and partially sighted people get active and make new connections. Amelia talked to Andy Gilford and John Kennedy from EWBG for an update on their Spring events. Visit their website ewblindgolf.co.uk/ to learn …

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S2 Ep436: VI Running At The Great Bristol Run 6:36

2M ago6:36

6:36

The Great Bristol Run is making its way back to Bristol this May. Part of the event will be a special 10k run just for VI runners and their guides. As Hywel Davies has been finding out.By RNIB Connect Radio

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235 - The Masters: Traditions like no other (pt 2) 38:42

2M ago38:42

38:42

In part 2 Bruce and Tom talk through notable amateur performances, the par 3 contest, strange rulings and the honorary tee shots at Augusta National. If you have not already checked out part 1, please head across and check out that before diving into part 2. If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! You …

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S2 Ep435: VI Cricket 2024 Season Preview Berkshire Stags 5:33

2M ago5:33

5:33

To start this VI Cricket series previewing the 2024 season, Hubert has been speaking to the development league team Berkshire Stags about their reflections on the last season, and their hopes for the upcoming season.By RNIB Connect Radio

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